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$ 1,895,000

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5 Beds

4 Baths

2,562 SqFt

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$ 1,895,000

Est. payment | -/mo

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5 Beds

4 Baths

2,562 SqFt

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Sun Oct 19, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,562 sqft

Price per Sqft $739

MLS Listing ID ML82024933

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1927

Lot Size 10.170 Acres

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source Datashare MLSListings

Property Description

Discover this enchanting property along a peaceful country lane, cherished by only two families since 1927. Lovingly updated, it blends historical charm with modern comforts. The heart of the home features a kitchen with a classic Wedgewood stove, flowing into a spacious dining area and extending outdoors to a patio with an outdoor kitchenperfect for enjoying the Mediterranean climate. Inside, the living room is a cozy retreat with a wood-burning stove and fir floors. The expansive downstairs primary bedroom, filled with natural light, includes a clawfoot tub and opens to a large covered deck for peaceful moments. A second bedroom and full bath are on the main level, while the upper floor offers three more bedrooms and two full baths, all with warm wood floors and ample storage. Leaded glass windows create enchanting light play throughout. The property is adorned with redwoods, legacy oaks, and gardens bursting with seasonal blooms, fruits, and vegetables, supported by bee boxes. Amenities include a spacious four-car garage, a workshop, and storage areas with conversion potential, alongside a double chicken coop and olive orchard with five Italian varietals. Spanning 10+ acres, this property offers serene living and an ideal lifestyle near Aptos, Monterey Bay, & Silicon Valley.

Location

State CA

County Santa Cruz

Interior

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Wood Stove Insert

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Double Oven

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

View Hills

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Horses Possible

Story 2

Architectural Style Farm House

Schools

School District Pajaro Valley Unified, Pajaro Valley Unified

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3390 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA, 94549, USA

653 Larkin Valley Road Watsonville, CA 95076

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